On Wednesday, November 16 the Washington County Riverboat Foundation (WCRF) held their benefit event at the Riverside Casino and Golf Resort to hand out spring and fall grants to deserving organizations.

The City of Riverside was the recipient of two such grants, including a $100,044 grant for their renovations of Railroad Park off Highway 22.

The city applied for the grant while Railroad Park renovations were underway. The project was completed in June of this year, with additional parking, a new soft-fall surface, and handicap-accessible swings added. Riverside Mayor, Allen Schneider stressed his gratitude at the benefit, saying “We’re really happy with it, and we really appreciate the support from the Riverboat Foundation.”

Riverside also received a municipal grant, totaling $70,843.

WCRF is a non-profit organization established in 2004. They have donated over $3 million dollars this year alone, including 17 spring grants, 14 fall grants, and 8 municipal grants.